10 Best Milkshakes in Penang to Slurp in

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When talked about milkshakes, what’s the first thing that comes into your mind? Is it the whipped cream or the fat you’re getting? Anyways, editor loves a good cup of creamy, cold and thick milkshake. The sugary sweet concoction is the perfect thing to indulge in thanks to the crazy weather. Forget about your diet as we recommend you some of the best milkshakes in Penang. No worries, gym can come later.

1. Johnny Rocket

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We know Johnny Rocket is not a Penang thing but rather a fancy gourmet burger chain. There’s a reason why it’s on top of our list, they some the best milkshakes in Penang. Creamy, thick, smooth, cold and delicious, what more can you ask from a milkshake? Fat and calories will hate you but your belly will thank you. Though no fancy flavors, originals are often the best.

Our favourite hipster burger spot in Penang, read up our full review if you’re curious about the space and taste. What could go between burger and fries yet still not being hated? Milkshakes of course. They fall into the same category — fats. Offering cool and unique flavors, you have to order their Spiky Caramel topped with crispy bacon. It’s infused with rum to add that extra kick. Other flavors are worth trying as well, they sure know how to make good milkshakes in Penang.

3. Merry Me

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Remember those American “freakshakes” that makes you drool over and over again? You can now find it at Merry Me, well a little subtle version to suit Asian taste. Start off with the base, which is the flavor. Then, crazy toppings are then added. Marshmallow, whipped cream, brownie, M&M, chocolate sauce, you name it. The end product is a beautiful mess that’s super good. Looking for crazy milkshakes in Penang? Merry Me it is. Their house-made ice creams are bomb too.

4. Joez Coconut Shake

Cr: @joyeelian

Take a break from the cafes as we introduce you some serious good local milkshakes in Penang. Well not exactly milkshakes but coconut shake. Fresh coconut juice blended with sugar syrup, ice and milk. Finished off with pearl and there you go, the perfect cooling drink to beat the weather. Ask any local about Joez coconut shake and they’ll sure tell you how good it is. Pss: Their coconut jelly is a hit as well.

5. Kraffmen

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An Australian-inspired cafe, you know what Australians love, brunch and creativity. Kraffmen serves a wide range of brunch and pretty lit milkshakes in Penang. Not only a pleasant to the eyes, but also to your Instagram feed. The taste? Awesome , and they have really cool flavors to try. We recommend Banana& Salted Caramel, not too heavy yet gets your craving fixed.

6. Wheeler’s Coffee

Cr: @csting89

Set in Love Lane, Wheeler’s Coffee is best known for their signature Espresso Chicken. Tourists especially angmos love Wheeler’s due to their comprehensive and affordable menu. Pss: They even have vegan menu. They get really creative when it comes to drinks and some are often seasonal. The staple? Milkshake, which we thought are pretty underrated.

7. Esplanade Food Court Coconut Shake

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This is yet another coconut milkshakes in Penang that we love. Almost every customer orders their coconut shake to pair with the ever famous mee sotong in Esplanade food court. Different from Joez’s, they add an extra kick to their coconut shakes — soda. It brings coconut shake to a whole new level, plus a kick of fizzy. This is the perfect drink to wash down a heavy palate, in which we mean the mee sotong.

8. Lavish Fusion Bakery

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A brainchild of Love A Loaf Bakery, Lavish is a contemporary, Instagrammable cafe. Their food is not only presentable but above par, serving modern fusion cuisine. The desserts are most raved about, flattering and Instagram-worthy. Their milkshakes are some of the most flattering milkshakes in Penang you can find. Unicorn-inspired, “freakshakes”, and oh-bye-diet milkshakes are served to make you hit the gym twice.

We’ve talked about Dream Mansion a couple of times, which is an anime cafe that serves legit Japanese-inspired meal. Omurice and curry don are just a few to name. Their highlight is their drinks which took inspiration from manga and anime. They recently came out with one-of-a-kind milkshake, probably one of the craziest milkshakes in Penang. It’s the unicorn giant milkshake that could at least feed 4. No we’re serious, just head over to Dream Mansion to find out yourself.

10. China House

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Unlike the above milkshakes that we’ve talked about, China House milkshake is something else. No fancy whipped cream or toppings, not Instagrammable, just pure good milkshake. The texture comes smoother and lighter as compared to others. They do have “fat” flavors like peanut butter milkshake. We suggest you not to pair both cakes and milkshakes together. Why? It’s going to be super filling and things will turn out unpleasant.

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